Christie Hicks
Lead Counsel, Energy Markets & Utility Regulation
Work
Background
Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Christie attended St. Louis University for undergrad before earning her law degree from Loyola University Chicago. Christie began working in the energy field after law school, joining Illinois’ Citizens Utility Board (CUB) – the state’s utility watchdog – as a Senior Attorney. EDF, CUB, and various stakeholders worked closely to get the Future Energy Jobs Act passed. She is a member of the Chicago Bar Association’s Energy, Telecommunications and Water Committee, as well as the CBA’s Environmental Law committee. Christie is passionate about promoting women in the energy field.
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law; J.D.
Latest pieces
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Illinois lays out blueprint for next generation climate legislation
September 16, 2021
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A stronger CEJA will help combat dirty fuel and dirty money
August 27, 2020
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Clean energy bill is key to reinvigorating Illinois’ post-COVID economy
June 1, 2020
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Illinois’ Clean Energy Jobs Act puts people and climate first
March 12, 2020
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Decision by federal regulators underscores urgency of passing Illinois’ Clean Energy Jobs Act
December 20, 2019
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Illinois Clean Energy Jobs Act will improve the state’s economic climate
November 26, 2019
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Illinois PUC decision may signal changing tide for natural gas utilities
November 14, 2019
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New time-of-use program empowers Illinois consumers to lower bills, reduce carbon footprint
October 16, 2019
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Illinois must take immediate action on the Clean Energy Jobs Act
October 1, 2019
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Despite federal rollbacks, Illinois can write its own climate, clean energy future
September 9, 2019